How much does SMP cost, and what affects the price?
Answer: Scalp micropigmentation (SMP) pricing is based on how much scalp needs coverage, how much density or rebuilding is required, and how many sessions it will take, with most clients falling into a range from around $999 for focused hairline or small-area work up to roughly $1,999+ for full-head coverage, quoted case by case after a consultation so you only pay for the work your pattern actually needs.
- Hairline / small areas: Often in the ~$999+ range depending on pattern and density.
- Full top / full head: Commonly in the ~$1,999+ range for multi-session work.
- Main price drivers: Area of coverage, level of loss, density goals, and session count.
- How you get a number: A quick virtual consult where we see your scalp and build a custom quote.
What actually drives the cost of SMP?
SMP is priced on work, not hype. A few key factors shape the final number:
- Area of coverage: Just temples and hairline, or full top, crown, and sides?
- Level of loss: Light thinning vs. near-complete baldness or advanced Norwood stage.
- Density goal: Soft frame, medium coverage, or maximum stacked density.
- Session count: How many visits it will realistically take to build and refine the pattern.
Two people with the same age and gender can have very different patterns, so you get a custom quote based on what’s in front of us — not a one-size-fits-all menu.
Typical price ranges we see in the studio
Every quote is individual, but most clients land somewhere in these brackets:
- Focused hairline / temples / small areas: Often around $999+.
- Standard top / crown work: Typically in the low-to-mid four figures.
- Full-head rebuild: Multi-session work commonly in the ~$1,999+ range, depending on pattern.
Your virtual consult is where we confirm which category you’re in and what adjustments your goals might add or remove.
What’s included in the price?
A proper SMP price isn’t just ink and a chair — it’s the whole process from planning to refinement.
- Consultation: Pattern review, style planning, and realistic expectations.
- Mapping & design: Hairline shape, density mapping, and colour matching.
- Core sessions: The 2–4 main visits needed to build your look.
- Short-term follow-up: A touch-up within a set window if tiny areas need refining.
- Aftercare guidance: Clear instructions so your result heals correctly and lasts.
Your quote spells out exactly what’s included so there are no surprises down the line.
How do deposits and payments usually work?
Most clients prefer to secure their spot and then pay as they go through the process.
- Deposit: A booking fee to reserve your session times and planning.
- Paid per session or in blocks: Depending on how we structure your plan.
- Rescheduling policy: Clear timelines for moving appointments without losing your deposit.
- Financing options: If available, we explain them clearly before you commit.
The goal is to make the money side predictable so you can focus on the result, not the math.
How does SMP value compare to other hair options?
The real question isn’t just “What does it cost?” — it’s “What do I get for what I spend?”
- Compared to transplants: SMP is typically less expensive, non-surgical, and not limited by donor hair.
- Compared to fibres or sprays: Higher up-front cost, far lower daily maintenance.
- Compared to doing nothing: You trade ongoing self-consciousness for a stable, everyday look.
For many clients, SMP becomes the one-time anchor investment that replaces years of short-term fixes.
Next steps if you’re price-checking SMP
If you’re comparing options or trying to see where you’d land in these ranges, the cleanest next step is a quick, at-home FaceTime consultation. We look at your pattern on camera, talk through hairline vs. full-head goals, and give you a clear, written quote — so you know exactly what SMP would cost for your scalp before you ever travel to the studio.
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